1999 Audi A8 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Audi A8.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
